Escaped prisoner Tre’veon Jackson captured
Tre’veon Jackson, the convicted armed robber who escaped from Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office custody Monday night during a medical visit at a Shreveport hospital, has been captured. Jackson was considered armed and dangerous following his escape. No further details on the circumstances of his capture have been released by CPSO. The investigation into the escape itself remains ongoing.
North Louisiana Crime Lab deploys new DNA analysis software
The North Louisiana Crime Laboratory in Shreveport has begun using new DNA analysis software designed to help forensic scientists solve cases more quickly and accurately. The software uses advanced algorithms to analyze and compare DNA profiles from evidence samples, potentially accelerating processing times in criminal investigations across Caddo, Bossier, and surrounding parishes. Lab officials say the technology will help address backlogs and improve the quality of forensic evidence available to prosecutors.
Campti man arrested after stolen vehicle recovered
Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Deputies recovered a stolen vehicle and arrested a Natchitoches man Saturday evening following an investigation that began in the Hagewood area, according to Sheriff Stuart Wright. On September 12, 2026, NPSO deputies responded to a residence in the 6800 block of Louisiana Highway 6 near Hagewood after receiving a report of a stolen vehicle. Later that evening, an NPSO deputy on patrol observed a vehicle matching the description and license plate of the stolen vehicle traveling in the Washington Street area of Natchitoches. The deputy followed the vehicle while additional law enforcement units responded to assist. With assistance from the Natchitoches Police Department, deputies stopped the vehicle and safely took the driver, identified as Donald R. Coleman IV, 24, of Campti, into custody without incident.
Archery deer season opened Saturday in four areas
Archery deer season opens Saturday, Sept. 19, in Deer Areas 3, 7, 8 and 10. All other areas open Oct. 1. Hunters need a basic hunting license and deer license, and all hunters must obtain tags before hunting, carry them in the field and tag a deer before moving it. Tags must be validated within 72 hours. Season dates, area boundaries and WMA rules are at wlf.louisiana.gov.